UPDATE: An Alice Springs father is in tears after winning an astonishing $25 million in the Lotto, marking the largest individual prize in the Northern Territory’s history. The life-changing moment unfolded when he discovered the winning ticket, previously forgotten in his ute, on October 9. His wife was left nearly fainting from shock as they realized the magnitude of their win.
The winning ticket was one of two division one Powerball winners announced this week, with the second ticket sold in Western Australia. The ecstatic winner recounted the moment to a Lott official, stating, “I had no idea. The missus actually reminded me to check my Powerball ticket this morning.”
Upon checking, he and his wife were stunned to see the life-altering sum. “We couldn’t believe our eyes when we saw we had won $25 million. My wife nearly fainted. We just kept checking it over and over, and it kept coming up with $25 million. I immediately burst into tears.”
The couple now plans to use their newfound wealth to pay off debts and secure their children’s futures. “Thank you so much! This is very exciting,” the winner added. “It means I’ll be able to pay off my bills and be mortgage-free. I’ll also be able to look after the children and set them up for life.”
According to a Lott spokesman, this win is part of an incredible year for the Northern Territory, which has seen five lottery winners collectively netting over $28 million in prizes. The winning ticket was purchased at The Lucky Charm Alice Springs, located in the Coles shopping complex on Railway Terrace.
As news spreads, this astonishing win is sure to capture the attention of many, spurring discussions among hopeful lottery players. With more winners emerging, the excitement around lottery draws in the region continues to grow.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story and what this remarkable win means for the lucky family and the community.
